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$682+ Cheap flights from California to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Aug 11 — Aug 181
Tue 8/11
Tue 8/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to OR Tambo

Cheapest flights from California to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 12, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/110:25 pm
LAX
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JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/105:00 pm
JNB
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LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,071
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:59 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/125:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,072
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1211:40 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/255:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,074
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/128:40 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/285:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,082
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/101:45 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/285:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$1,084
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:20 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/55:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,088
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:00 am
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops48h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/155:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,092
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/175:25 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
Wed 9/29:45 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 7/11$1,094
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:59 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/155:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops50h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,102
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Sun 10/2510:45 pm
SFO
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JNB
2 stops32h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/155:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops29h 22m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/9$1,137
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/278:45 pm
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/95:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$1,156
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:25 pm
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/2812:10 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,160

Find flight deals from California to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated July 12, 2026.

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$1,071
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$682
(Flightnetwork)

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Average price

$1,488
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Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 9/14

10:39 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops29h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/28

2:30 pm-3:19 pm

3 stops33h 49m

$1,368

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

4:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/30

6:35 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$1,370

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 10/20

11:20 am-8:20 am

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/6

9:50 am-1:27 pm

2 stops37h 37m

$1,378

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

6:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

6:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop25h 50m

$1,384

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 8/12

1:25 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

6:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop27h 00m

$1,384

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 10/23

10:40 am-8:20 am

2 stops36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

9:50 am-11:41 pm

2 stops47h 51m

$1,391

Las VegasJohannesburg

LAS - JNB

LASJNB

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/18

10:25 am-6:30 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/2

10:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop30h 04m

$1,406

Las VegasJohannesburg

LAS - JNB

LASJNB

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/29

10:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop30h 04m

$1,406

Las VegasJohannesburg

LAS - JNB

LASJNB

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/14

6:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/4

7:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$1,450

Las VegasJohannesburg

LAS - JNB

LASJNB

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/9

6:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/16

7:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$1,450

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $664). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways can get you from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 29h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 24m. The distance from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 10373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Virgin Atlantic, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $544. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Ontario - Johannesburg OR Tambo, San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $664). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$674Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$778Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$842Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$867Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$869Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$874Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$971Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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